Payne Fiberglass Rod 8'6 2-Piece caddisflies have been treated as

caddisflies have been treated as if they were less important than mayflies

I removed it after taking the photos

but it may have a received a light overcoat of varnish at some point (it's really hard to say with authority one way or the other)

For sale here is an extremely rare and fine condition 1902 edition of the Hardy`s Anglers' Guide

Spool Capacity:         10 + 275 30#         11 + 250 30#

Payne Fiberglass Rod 8'6 2-Piece caddisflies have been treated asFor sale here is a not often seen Payne fiberglass rod made by South Bend. It comes from the estate of Joseph Bates and was purchased through Oliver's auction. 8 1 2 feet in length, two sections, for a 6 or 7 weight line. Rod is in excellent condition. Comes with original rod bag and tube.